Polyacrylamide
PAMPolyacrylateAcrylamide polymer
Thickener
Polyacrylamide is a type of thickener used in many products, like cosmetics and food. It helps to make liquids thicker and more stable, but it can also be used to remove impurities from water.
Moderate Concern
Source: EFSA assessment
The concern with polyacrylamide is that it can break down into acrylamide, a known carcinogen, but at safe levels when used as a polymer.
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